Photographer's Note

The ruins of the Basilica of St. John are located near Ephesus. The basilica was constructed by Justinian I in the 6th century on the site of a church which the locals had set up in early times to the Apostle John, but was small and in a ruined condition by then because of its great age. It stands over the believed burial site of John the Apostle. It was modeled after the now lost Church of the Holy Apostles in Constantinople. Construction of the church began in about 536 and was dedicated on the eve of the feast day of the Princes of the Apostles on June 28 550 and completed in 565. The construction of this church was presided over by the bishop, Hypatius of Ephesus. As the leading ecclesiastical theoretician and writer of his day, it was possible that he gained the influence of Justinian and had the tomb of St. John reconstructed, as major construction in the Asia Minor was rare.

I have uploaded the photo of the plaque at the entrance of the ruins, which was presented to the Department of Antiquity of Turkey by the Christian Beacon Plaque Fund in 1977. Another photo in the workshop is that of the entrance to the courtyard.

(Information on the basilica gleaned from Wikipedia, borders of the original slide retained intentionally.)

Greetings.
An interesting article about the ruins, with given data and history ...
Nice view of the place ...
A good time recording, contrast, beautiful colors.
Good work with beautiful photographs of the workshop.
Remain ruins and memories of old architecture.
All the best.
Paja.

Stunning old shot, Murat, the place is an overwhelming sight.
The six remaining marble pillars are an attractive element on the photo, but more ruins can be seen through, and most interesting to realize how big the place was.
Fine scanned and presented.
Ike

Hello Murat,
a great composition to present this fascinating archeological site. Your approach is artistic and attractive, there are fine details and textures to give an accurate impression to the viewer and the bold colours and contrasts are absolutely delightful. I wonder if it would be possible to crop the bits of black border inside the frame, not that they distract from the beauty of this mysterious place that looks splendid in the sunshine. Congratulations and thank you!
All the best, have a great day,
Ourania

Salam Murat
A hugh archeological sight and eye catching historical structures dominating the frame so well shot with lots of interest around. The immediate columns provide such a good lead in and perspective finely composed in excellent rich tones, details and brilliant light. Thks to the narratives and the additional pictures are fine too. The deep blue sky is delicious. Congrats
Best regards

Hi Murat,
Thank you for this photo of yet another supposed burial place of one of the 12 apostles.
I have personally seen the burial places of St Philip in Hierapolis, St Thomas in Chennai, St Peter in Rome, St James in Compostella. So, now I'll have to go back to Turkey to see St John's :-)
Your photo is great despite its age; The color contrast between the blue sky, the burnt hills and the white marble is of the utmost effect.
I also enjoyed the entrance to the basilica in the WS.
TFS and have a great weekend.
Marie-Louise.